Author Archives: wordvessel

As a little girl, I found comfort in my Pa’s hands. I simply knew that his hands could fix anything that was broken, tend anything that was hurt, and make anything that my little heart desired.  I knew that if he … Continue reading →

“And the seed in the good soil, these are the ones who have heard the word in an honest and good heart, and hold it fast, and bear fruit with perseverance.” Luke 8:15 I read this verse towards the end … Continue reading →

It is a proven fact that humans are relational beings.  We start out in a family, grow up in a community, and become members of society.  We learn from a very young age that we want to have friends, and … Continue reading →

One of the things that I don’t miss while I am on summer vacation is the occasional encounter with the student that thinks he should be the teacher. Every class has one or two (sometimes three) of this type.  Not … Continue reading →

The required reading for my summer studies includes my past journals. Doing so has reminded me of lessons learned throughout the years, and I have benefited from reviewing the many ways God has continued to work in, on, and through … Continue reading →

The lesson of this past week’s summer school studies started out strong on Monday.  There was a strong emphasis on priorities, namely, remembering Jesus. I am one who is very quick to name drop His name throughout my conversation and in my writing, … Continue reading →

As the school year came to an end last week, my students gave many a pitying glance to their peers whose summer plans involved summer school.  School does not usually make the top three ways to enjoy summer break.  However, … Continue reading →

The journey towards marriage is a revelatory one. It strips one of all false self-perceptions and reveals shallow pretenses. It wasn’t until the reality of my engagement, and the brand new life it signified, settled upon me that I recognized … Continue reading →

What is a living faith? I look around me and wonder.  In a country where many would be quick to claim the name Christian, in a land where few would  condone violence, tyranny, or criminal acts, in a state where … Continue reading →